The varsity basketball team from Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (Philadelphia, PA) will face off against Haverford School (Haverford, PA) in a neutral conference game today, January 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM.

Matchup Information:

• Teams: Haverford School vs. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
• Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Location: The Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center
• Live stream: Watch Here

Basketball Showdown: Haverford School vs. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCHA) – A Season of Dominance

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen two teams in the Pennsylvania prep school scene emerge as undeniable forces: Haverford School and Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCHA). Both teams have demonstrated impressive records, extraordinary performances, and a shared history with common opponents. As the season progresses, the head-to-head matchups between these two schools, including their encounters against similar rivals, are creating a lot of excitement for basketball fans in the region. Here’s a breakdown of both teams’ season performances and how they compare to each other.

Record Overview

Haverford School has been nothing short of perfect in the 2024-2025 season. With an unblemished record of 12-0, the team has been dominating across all matchups. Their success at home (5-0), away (4-0), and on neutral courts (3-0) showcases their adaptability and resilience, as they’ve accumulated 829 points while allowing just 537.

On the other hand, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCHA) has an overall record of 15-3, with a more balanced performance across home (5-1), away (8-1), and neutral (2-1) venues. Despite not maintaining a perfect record, SCHA has been a formidable force, with 1,148 points scored against 942 points allowed. Their conference play has been impressive, boasting a 1.000 win percentage.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, Haverford School leads with an average of 69.1 points per game. They have shown consistency across various matchups, though their scoring by quarter is not detailed.

SCHA, while averaging fewer points per game at 63.8, has a more balanced offensive attack. They put up 17.2 points in the first quarter, then 13.6 in the second, followed by 16.2 in the third, and 15.4 in the fourth. SCHA’s strong finishes make them a tough opponent to face late in games, as they’ve proven capable of maintaining or expanding leads.

Common Opponents: An Interesting Comparison

Both Haverford School and SCHA have faced several of the same opponents this season, and the results provide a clear sense of how the two teams match up.

• Friends’ Central: Haverford School won 52-42 on 12/3/24, while SCHA won 61-54 on 11/22/24.
• Shipley: Haverford School dominated Shipley 76-23 on 12/6/24, while SCHA also triumphed, winning 77-53 on 12/2/24.
• Hill School: Haverford School narrowly edged out Hill School 51-49 on 12/7/24, whereas SCHA lost to Hill School 67-63 on 1/5/25.
• Friends Select: Haverford School won 74-43 on 12/13/24, and also triumphed again 63-61 on 12/28/24. Meanwhile, SCHA had a 60-57 loss to Friends Select on 1/3/25.
• Germantown Friends: Haverford School recorded a dominant 73-31 victory on 12/17/24, while SCHA won 59-51 against the same opponent on 11/26/24.
• Cristo Rey Philadelphia: Haverford School won 70-47 on 12/21/24, and SCHA followed suit with a 65-64 win on 12/15/24.

While both teams have defeated several common opponents, the head-to-head matchups against these teams reveal some differences. Notably, Haverford School has been unbeaten against these common opponents with a 7-0 record, while SCHA has an impressive 5-2 record.

Head-to-Head Comparison

The head-to-head performance between these two teams in the 2024-2025 season will be crucial to determining the state of prep school basketball dominance in Pennsylvania. The two teams are set to meet on February 7, 2025, at Germantown Academy, which will likely be a pivotal matchup.

Before their potential showdown, both teams have shown they are capable of dominating both at home and on the road. The difference in the records against common opponents and their respective scoring averages suggests that this game could be a tightly contested affair, with both teams bringing high intensity to the court.

Record Breakdown: Haverford School vs. SCHA

Haverford School has been perfect in non-league games, going 11-0 compared to SCHA’s 14-3. On the other hand, SCHA has dominated in-state matchups, going 10-2, which includes an 8-1 record away from home.

• Haverford School (Non-League): 11-0
• SCHA (Non-League): 14-3
• Haverford School (Home): 5-0
• SCHA (Home): 5-1
• Haverford School (Away): 4-0
• SCHA (Away): 8-1
• Neutral: Haverford 3-0 vs. SCHA 2-1

Conclusion

Both Haverford School and Springside Chestnut Hill Academy have been outstanding so far in the 2024-2025 basketball season. Their strong records, successful results against common opponents, and balanced offensive performances highlight their dominance in Pennsylvania prep basketball. As these two teams gear up for their potential clash, fans can expect an intense and competitive game that could decide who reigns supreme in the upcoming weeks.